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The Fayetteville Observer

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Stewart Bell's sons vow to carry on Bell's Seed Store legacy

A beloved gardener and local business owner who spent 40 years leading one of Fayetteville's oldest locally owned businesses has died. Stewart Bell, third-generation owner of Bell’s Seed Store at 230 E. Russell St. downtown, died Oct. 20 after suffering a brain aneurysm, his family said. He was 64. His death came as a shock to family, longtime employees and loyal customers. But those closest to him say they won't let his legacy fade. He chose to help others, just because he could Stewart Bell was a man who always went out of his way for other people, said his wife of nearly 40 years, and he would always do so in a way that made it clear he wasn’t after any personal gain. He simply wanted to show that he was thinking about others before himself, Gwen Bell said. “He knows I like sunflowers and roses,” Gwen Bell said, “And he would just show up sometimes with sunflowers or roses or an orchid, just because he could.” Stewart Bell’s only cares in the world were his business, his family and his Lord, she added. In addition to helping others with their own gardens and yards, Gwen Bell said, her

Fayetteville, NC · 2d

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Self-Guided Tour of 14 Fayetteville Historic Sites, Including Rarely Open Spots, Set for Nov. 14

Preservation North Carolina will host the first Fayetteville Ramble on Saturday, Nov. 14, from noon to 4 p.m. It's a self-guided tour of 14 historic buildings, homes, and landmarks in downtown Fayetteville. Tickets cost $25 per person, The Fayetteville Observer reported. A closing reception follows at MacPherson House Bed &...

Fayetteville, NC · 1d

The Fayetteville Observer

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Cumberland County school board election winners outline what's next

Eight of the nine Cumberland County Board of Education members will have professional experience in education when two newly elected members take their seats in December. Tom Hatch and Broxie Pone, both former educators, will join incumbent Jacquelyn Brown, who won reelection Nov. 3 . As Hatch and Pone prepare to join Brown to serve on a board facing decisions about school closures, student achievement and district finances, all three have outlined priorities that include improving school facilities, addressing chronic absenteeism and supporting teachers and staff. During the Nov. 3 election, Hatch received 26,038 votes, incumbent Board Vice Chair Brown received 22,240, and Pone received 20,680, according to unofficial results. The election was for three at-large seats. Brown held one, while the other two became vacant after Board Chair Judy Musgrave died in June and Greg West chose not to seek reelection so he could run for the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners. Hatch and Pone are former educators, while Brown worked for Cumberland County Schools for nearly 30 years as an assistant teacher and administrative assistant. Other board members whose seats were not up for reelection include Dr. Mary Hales, a retired Cumberland County Schools administrator; Delores Bell, who

Cumberland County, NC · 1d

The Fayetteville Observer

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Fayetteville's Project Vermilion shows another path to growth | Opinion

The same night Fayetteville City Council voted to schedule a public hearing on a data center moratorium , which has been debated by the council and members of the public for months — it held a public hearing on a different kind of industrial project. There were no speakers from the public for the hearing, and not a lot of council discussion afterward. Council members Nov. 9 heard a report from the city-county economic development team about the city’s pursuit of a company that makes brushless motors. The effort is code-named Project Vermillion, and the company says it would create 104 jobs, paying an average wage of $65,000. The city and county are competing against Georgia for a project that would also be eligible for North Carolina grant funding. The vote Monday authorized further action to try to land the company. The county is scheduled to hold its public hearing on the project at its Nov. 16 meeting, according to a public notice. Witnessing the City Council’s quick, purposeful action on the motor manufacturer company is a reminder that when it comes to large-scale economic development opportunities, data centers are not the only fish in the sea. Opinion Pitts: Is

Fayetteville, NC · 1d

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Former PWC Commissioner Robert C. Williams Passed Away

Former Fayetteville Public Works Commission Chairman, Robert C. Williams, passed away on November 6, 2026. Williams was a retired educator who served on the PWC Board for 20 years, helping provide leadership and oversight for the community’s electric, water, and sanitary sewer systems. Williams became PWC’s first African-American board...

Fayetteville, NC · 4d

WRAL News

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Lawsuit over Harnett County inmate's death ends in $1.2M settlement

County leaders on Tuesday approved the public disclosure of agreements tied to the lawsuit, ending a years-long legal battle over the death of inmate Eric Griffith. The lawsuit from Griffith's estate claims Griffith exhibited clear signs of serious drug withdrawal and other medical concerns when he was arrested for failing to pay a fine. According to the lawsuit, jailers did not report Griffith's condition to the medical staff, offer any medical treatment or medications and failed to follow the detention center's Health Plan.

Harnett County, NC · 3d

The Fayetteville Observer

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Need Thanksgiving dessert? Try these 5 Fayetteville bakeries

If satisfying your sweet tooth this Thanksgiving is a non-negotiable, but you don’t have the baking prowess necessary to whip up a full dessert spread, Fayetteville business owners have you covered. Here are five locally owned bakeries offering Thanksgiving-specific specials or are open for dessert orders the week of Thanksgiving. Superior Bakery A Fayetteville staple since 1956, Superior Bakery offers a variety of Thanksgiving pies and cakes. Classic pie options such as apple, cherry and pumpkin cost $21.99 each, while pecan and lemon meringue pies cost $23.99 each. Eight-inch cakes start at $39.99, and 8-inch layer cakes start at $32.99 each. Call ahead at 910-424-4242 or visit in person to place your order. Where to find them: 2433 Hope Mills Road, Fayetteville Hours: 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday More information: facebook.com/SuperiorBakery or superiorbakerync.com The Sweet Palette In addition to its regular assortment of baked goods, The Sweet Palette owner Patsy Crawford said she will add two new flavors to her menu for Thanksgiving: Pumpkin and apple pie-flavored macarons, cheesecakes and cupcakes will be available. There will also be apple, pumpkin, pecan and sweet potato mini pies, as well as Thanksgiving-themed sugar cookies. All options range from $3 to $4,

Fayetteville, NC · 1d

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St. Pauls approves conditional rezoning for pawn shop

ST. PAULS — The St. Pauls Board of Commissioners approved a conditional zoning request Thursday which will allow for the operation of a pawn shop downtown. Zachary Bond, the owner of Gold & Diamond Exchange at 203 West Broad Street, presented the request to the board. The business was started by his father in 1977, according to a statement provided to the board, and Bond recently resumed ownership, and wants to expand the business’ operation to include “pawns and legally regulated firearms.”

St Pauls, NC · 19h

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The Flower Bar: A new creative oasis for women in Fayetteville

The Flower Bar is Fayetteville’s first experiential craft and cocktail lounge. Located at 719 Sterling St. in Fayetteville, N.C., The Flower Bar is scheduled to open this December. Co-owners Johanna Brumm and Dennis Bonnema are on a mission to provide Fayetteville, N.C. with a safe space for women of all generations to drop in to enjoy a refreshing cocktail or mocktail while indulging their creativity.

Fayetteville, NC · 4d

Raleigh News & Observer

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Scott Mason, WRAL's former Tar Heel Traveler, launches new venture

Scott Mason, a long-time television journalist known to many as the Tar Heel Traveler, is back telling stories about North Carolina and its residents. On social media, Mason announced a new video podcast, and he confirmed to The News & Observer it will debut on Tuesday, Dec. 1. He’s also appearing in television commercials, lending his voice for audiobooks, continuing his work as a motivational speaker and hopes to announce a new television venture in the weeks ahead, he said. “Hard to believe, but I’ve been telling stories on television for 42 years, mainly inspiring stories,” Mason told his Instagram followers. “I’ve met so many great people. Well, change has happened in my life. Although I still plan to tell stories, though in just a bit of a different format. I’m so excited about it, and I will be telling you a lot more about what’s coming in the weeks ahead.” On TikTok , Mason’s recent videos are from the recent North Carolina State Fair, interviewing fair officials and vendors about their crafts, using the moniker “Scott Mason Stories,” which is also the name of his new website . Mason confirmed he was no longer at WRAL in August after

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Nonprofit organizer looking for Roseboro building

Roseboro native Dawn Inman wants to help the homeless in her area. Inman returned to the area in 2022, and since then has seen what she believes is an increase in the homeless population around town as she travels her daily mail delivery route. Now she wants to do something about it through her newly formed nonprofit, Sisters in Service, which she is trying to get off the ground. The first step — a location.

Roseboro, NC · 2d

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Steve Harvey Morning Show Turkey Give

Magic 106.9 is excited to host the annual Steve Harvey Morning Show Turkey Give, continuing a tradition of giving back and helping local families enjoy a Thanksgiving meal. Join us at our sponsor location: Fayetteville Kia, 2012 Skibo Road, Fayetteville, for a day dedicated to serving our community. We’re grateful to Fayetteville Kia for partnering with us as the event sponsor and helping make this year’s giveaway possible.

Fayetteville, NC · 5d

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A Shake-Up on the Robeson County Board of Commissioners

David Edge, a Republican who chairs the Robeson County Board of Elections, appeared to keep his seat on Election Day, even as voters ousted two other GOP members. But his Democratic opponent, Ray Cox, had a four-vote lead after county election officials counted provisional ballots on November 10. Certified results show the lead dropped to three votes on November 13. Under state law, Edge can request a recount until 5 p.m. Monday since he lost by less than 1% of the total vote.

Robeson County, NC · 23h

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Cumberland County Sets Public Gray’s Creek Land Use Plan Meeting for Nov. 18

Cumberland County's Planning & Inspections Department will hold a community kickoff meeting for the Gray's Creek Area Land Use Plan on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 4 to 7 p.m. It takes place at the J.D. Pone Recreation Center, located at 2964 School Road in Hope Mills. County staff want residents...

Cumberland County, NC · 2d

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NCDOT Schedules Road Work in Sampson County, Including N.C. 403 Intersection Change

Within two weeks, the North Carolina Department of Transportation will realign the intersection of N.C. 403 and Old Warsaw Road, according to the Sampson Independent. Old Warsaw Road will close for several days while crews finish the job. Highway Maintenance Engineer Lance Eason and District Engineer Daniel Jones gave the Sampson County Board of Commissioners a rundown of current and planned projects at a Monday meeting.

Sampson County, NC · 1d

The Robesonian

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Cox holds 4-vote lead over Edge, election certified but recount likely

LUMBERTON — Ray Cox now holds a four-vote lead over David Edge in the race for the District 6 seat on the Robeson County Board of Commis

Robeson County, NC · 3d

The Fayetteville Observer

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Flights at Fayetteville airport, Fort Bragg grounded by FAA order

This story has been updated to add a statement from the Pentagon. Flights are grounded at Fayetteville Regional Airport and Fort Bragg as part of the nationwide Federal Aviation Administration ground stop, spokespeople for both locations said Nov. 13. "Travelers should expect delays and check with airlines before coming to the airport," city spokesman David Scott said. "This is in place as of right now, and we're unsure when it'll be lifted." A spokesperson for Fort Bragg also confirmed that flights at Pope Army Airfield on post are also affected by the FAA ground stop. In a statement after 8:15 p.m., a senior Department of Defense official said U.S. military aircraft are not impacted by the nationwide ground stop, right before the FAA announced on its website that around 8:30 p.m. ET on Friday, Nov. 13 the ground stop was canceled , more than four hours after the stoppage began. Related: Duke football lands safely for Miami game amid FAA issued airport shutdowns According to USA TODAY , Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told reporters at the White House that outdated air traffic control technology was to blame for the communications outage that forced the FAA to ground flights across the

Fayetteville, NC · 23h

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GALLERY: Hope Mills Glass Photo Booth at Stars & Guitars 2026

Thank you so much to our friends at Hope Mills Glass for sponsoring our concourse photo booth at Stars & Guitars 2026! You all showed out in FORCE for The Band Perry, Rodney Atkins, Josh Ross, Cole Goodwin and Drew Baldridge, and we couldn't be more thrilled. We loved seeing...

Fayetteville, NC · 2d